Psychiatry
Psychiatry is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental, emotional, and behavioural disorders.
Here are some signs of mental illness to look out for, and a visit to a psychiatrist may be advisable.
- Unusual or illogical thoughts.
- Unreasonable anger or irritability
- Poor concentration and memory, not being able to follow a conversation.
- Hearing voices that no one else can hear.
- Increased or decreased sleep.
- Increased or low appetite.
- Lack of motivation.
- Withdrawing from people.
- Drug use.
- Feelings that life is not worth living or suicidal thoughts.
- Becoming obsessed with a topic, like death or religion.
- Not looking after personal hygiene or other responsibilities.
- Not doing as well as usual at school or work.
